--- title: "Russell Hobbs Atlas2 Pet RHCV3601 review" description: "Russell Hobbs Atlas2 Pet RHCV3601 review: bagless corded cylinder with a 2.5L bin and pet turbo tool. Specs, owner feedback and who it suits." canonical: https://vettedten.com/household/vacuum-cleaners/cylinder/russell-hobbs-atlas2-pet-rhcv3601/ language: en-GB updated: 2026-10-29 score: 8.7 --- # Russell Hobbs Atlas2 Pet RHCV3601 review > **Our verdict:** The Russell Hobbs Atlas2 Pet RHCV3601 ranks 2nd of the 10 cylinder vacuum cleaners we compare, with 8.7 out of 10. No. 2 of 10 in our [cylinder vacuum cleaners ranking](https://vettedten.com/household/vacuum-cleaners/cylinder/) · Updated October 2026 · [How we rank](https://vettedten.com/how-we-rank/) **8.7 out of 10** The Russell Hobbs Atlas2 Pet RHCV3601 is a light, bagless corded cylinder with a 2.5L bin and a pet turbo tool. It suits small to medium homes with pets, where a low price matters more than strong suction. Why it's here: - 2.5L bin - Pet turbo tool and 3-in-1 tool included - Washable triple filtration - Two-year warranty on registration Keep in mind: - 5m cord, with an 8m radius - 700W motor, with modest suction on thick carpet - Plastic build [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0883SL2G4) ## Why the Russell Hobbs RHCV3601 scores 8.7 - How happy owners are: 2nd of 10 - How many rated it: 2nd of 10 - How new it is: 5th of 10 ### Level with the Russell Hobbs Compact XS RHCV1611 The Russell Hobbs Compact XS RHCV1611 and the Russell Hobbs Atlas2 Pet RHCV3601 score the same, so either is a safe pick. The Russell Hobbs Compact XS RHCV1611 goes first because it leaves owners a little happier. ## About the Russell Hobbs RHCV3601 The Atlas2 Pet is a bagless cylinder vacuum with a 700W motor and a 2.5L dust bin. Dirt goes into the bin and is tipped out, so there are no bags to buy. It weighs 3.8kg and measures 30cm high, 37cm wide and 25cm deep, in grey and purple. The cord is 5m and retractable. An 80cm extendable metal tube and a flexible hose give an 8m cleaning radius in total. Russell Hobbs lists a Triple Dust-Lock filtration system with a HEPA filter, and each filter can be washed. The pet focus comes from the tools. A Pet Turbo Tool is included, along with a 3-in-1 multi-tool for crevices, dusting and upholstery. Retailer listings also name a brush tool, a crevice tool and a turbo brush tool. The machine is for dry use only. ### Key specs - Type: Bagless corded cylinder - Dust capacity: 2.5 litres - Motor: 700W - Weight: 3.8kg - Dimensions (H x W x D): 30 x 37 x 25cm - Power cord: 5m, retractable - Cleaning radius: 8m - Filtration: Triple Dust-Lock with HEPA filter, washable - Tools: Pet Turbo Tool, 3-in-1 multi-tool, metal telescopic tube - Guarantee: 2 years: 1 year standard plus a second year free on product registration ## What owners report about the Russell Hobbs RHCV3601 Owner feedback for this exact model is thin and mixed. The written reviews we could open are few, so treat this as a small sample. Owners who like it mention light weight, easy emptying, and suction that copes with everyday floors and stairs. Some find it good value for the money, and one owner bought a second after liking the first. Critical owners report poor suction that blocks easily and a machine that did not lift pet hair. This is a minority view in what we found, but it matters for a model sold as a pet vacuum. Owners also mention the short cord and a bin that fills quickly in a bigger home. ## Who the Russell Hobbs RHCV3601 suits It suits a flat or small to medium house with a mix of hard floors and carpet, and a shopper who wants a pet-hair tool without paying much. It is light enough to carry up stairs, and bagless emptying means no running costs for bags. Look elsewhere if you have thick carpets, a large home or a lot of heavy shedding. The 2.5L bin and 5m cord mean more emptying and more socket changes. The Vax Air Stretch Pet CCQSASV1P1 gives longer reach, and the Bosch Series 4 BGB41HYGGB has a larger bag and a 10m radius. ## Questions about the Russell Hobbs RHCV3601 ### Does the Russell Hobbs RHCV3601 have a HEPA filter? Yes. Russell Hobbs lists Triple Dust-Lock filtration with a HEPA filter, and the filters can be washed individually. Retailer listings say it captures particles down to 0.3 microns. ### How long is the cord on the Russell Hobbs Atlas2 Pet RHCV3601? The retractable cord is 5m. With the tube and hose, the cleaning radius is 8m. ### What is the warranty on the Russell Hobbs Atlas2 RHCV3601? It has a 2-year guarantee: 1 year standard, plus a second year free when you register the product. Some retailers list only 1 year, so register it. ### How much does the Russell Hobbs Atlas 2 RHCV3601 weigh? It weighs 3.8kg. It measures 30cm high, 37cm wide and 25cm deep. ### Can the Russell Hobbs Atlas2 Pet RHCV3601 pick up liquids? No. The product page says it is suitable for dry use only. ## All 10 cylinder vacuum cleaners, compared | No. | Product | Score | Badge | | ---: | --- | ---: | --- | | 1 | [Russell Hobbs Compact XS RHCV1611](https://vettedten.com/household/vacuum-cleaners/cylinder/russell-hobbs-compact-xs-rhcv1611/) | 8.7 | Best Choice | | 2 | **Russell Hobbs Atlas2 Pet RHCV3601** (this review) | 8.7 | | | 3 | [Bosch Series 2 BGS05BA2GB](https://vettedten.com/household/vacuum-cleaners/cylinder/bosch-series-2-bgs05ba2gb/) | 8.2 | | | 4 | [Vax Pick Up Pet CVRAV013](https://vettedten.com/household/vacuum-cleaners/cylinder/vax-pick-up-pet-cvrav013/) | 7.9 | | | 5 | [Hoover HP1 Bagless HP105HM](https://vettedten.com/household/vacuum-cleaners/cylinder/hoover-hp1-hp105hm/) | 7.9 | | | 6 | [Vax Air Stretch Pet CCQSASV1P1](https://vettedten.com/household/vacuum-cleaners/cylinder/vax-air-stretch-pet-ccqsasv1p1/) | 7.8 | | | 7 | [AEG 5000 AB51C2DR](https://vettedten.com/household/vacuum-cleaners/cylinder/aeg-5000-ab51c2dr/) | 7.8 | | | 8 | [Hoover H-ENERGY 300 HE310HM](https://vettedten.com/household/vacuum-cleaners/cylinder/hoover-h-energy-300-he310hm/) | 7.7 | | | 9 | [Dyson Big Ball Multi Floor 2](https://vettedten.com/household/vacuum-cleaners/cylinder/dyson-big-ball-multi-floor-2/) | 7.7 | | | 10 | [Bosch Series 4 BGB41HYGGB](https://vettedten.com/household/vacuum-cleaners/cylinder/bosch-series-4-bgb41hyggb/) | 7.5 | | ## How we score it Every score here comes from our ranking model; no editor sets the order. Too few review sites cover cylinder vacuum cleaners for their verdicts to lead, so this ranking is led by owners. It ranks products by how happy owners are, holding back any product few owners have rated until more agree. How many rated it and how new it is only settle close calls, and value for money earns its own badge rather than a higher place. We compared 24 models for this guide before settling on these ten. Brands can't pay to be included or to move up. We last checked these picks in October 2026. [How we rank, in full](https://vettedten.com/how-we-rank/) ### Where these facts come from - [B&Q: Russell Hobbs Cylinder Pet Vacuum RHCV3601](https://www.diy.com/departments/russell-hobbs-cylinder-pet-vacuum-bagless-corded-2-5l-rhcv3601/5060440049507_BQ.prd) - [Direct Vacuums: Russell Hobbs RHCV3601 Atlas2 Pet](https://www.directvacuums.co.uk/russell-hobbs-rhcv3601-bagless-cylinder-vacuum-cleaner-atlas2-pet-2-5l-700w-1.html) - [Feefo (Appliances Direct): RHCV3601 owner reviews](https://www.feefo.com/en-GB/reviews/appliances-direct/products/russell-hobbs-rhcv3601-cv3601-atlas-pet-cylinder-vacuum-cleaner?sku=RHCV3601) - [HomeCritic: Russell Hobbs Atlas2 Pet review](https://homecritic.co.uk/vacuum-cleaners/review/russell-hobbs-atlas2-pet-cylinder-vacuum-cleaner/) - [Trustpilot (Direct Vacuums): RHCV3601 reviews](https://www.trustpilot.com/review/directvacuums.co.uk/product/russell-hobbs-rhcv3601-new-bagless-cylinder-vacuum-cleaner-atlas2-pet-25l-700w-69e21cbd04896503df7c342f) --- Canonical page: https://vettedten.com/household/vacuum-cleaners/cylinder/russell-hobbs-atlas2-pet-rhcv3601/ · Every guide: https://vettedten.com/llms.txt · For AI agents: https://vettedten.com/agents.md